1959 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 309 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Consul | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |