1964 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 71 kg more than 1964 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 2004 Honda Insight (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Consul | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Insight |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |