1963 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 45 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 908 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 1963 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
