1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 43 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 427 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
