1962 Ford Consul vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 678 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
