1962 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 46 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 676 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 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Consul | SX4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |