1958 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 45 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 63 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
