1956 Ford Consul vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 229 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Consul | GT6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |