1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 538 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |