1958 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 43 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, 2001 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2001 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2001 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | Laputa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |