1966 Ford Consul vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Consul weights approximately 2 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Consul | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
