1959 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Because 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will offer significantly more control. 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 (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Consul | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |