1966 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Demio weights approximately 178 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio, 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, 2000 Mazda Demio (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | Demio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
