1963 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 37 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 588 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.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra Commander 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Consul | Commander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
