1954 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
