1959 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 49 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, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2008 Suzuki Splash, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Splash |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1089 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
