1966 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
