1958 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323, 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |