1954 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 57 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (118 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
