1956 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 239 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 323 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1071 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |