1956 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 56 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Jazz |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |