1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 142 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
