1956 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 45 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (137 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Consul | GSX R4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |