1964 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 343 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Consul | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
