1966 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 687 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, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1469 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 | 40 L | 70 L |
