1957 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2, 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, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
