1962 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 906 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 1962 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
