1958 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 48 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 2006 Honda Element 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. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Element |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
