1957 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 49 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), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 901 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2006 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. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 79 L |