1959 Ford Consul vs. 1957 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1959 Ford Consul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Triumph TR3 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 164 kg more than 1957 Triumph TR3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1957 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Consul | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 29 L |
