1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 Triumph GT6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect 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 73 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Prefect | GT6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2110 mm |