1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 48 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |