1956 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 52 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 46 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Consul | Jimny |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |