1959 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 269 kg more than 1991 Mazda 121.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 121, 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, 1959 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 121 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |