1955 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | S-MX |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |