1957 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 54 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 954 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, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Jazz |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |