1959 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 39 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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 429 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
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, 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Consul | Cappuccino |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 107 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 | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |