1956 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 47 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi, 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | Kusabi |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |