1966 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 35 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 338 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, 2001 Honda HR-V, 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, 2001 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | HR-V |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |