1957 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 48 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 340 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 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
