1959 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 50 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 215 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 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Consul | Swift |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |