1956 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
