1963 Ford Consul vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 423 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 626 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |