1959 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 45 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 941 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2004 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
