1957 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 867 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |