1964 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 765 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Consul | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
