1962 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 398 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 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
