1959 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 47 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio, 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
