1956 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 42 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 279 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | Laputa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |