1963 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ford Consul (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 323 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
