1959 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 44 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, 2003 Suzuki Swift (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 349 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2003 Suzuki Swift, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
