2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 424 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Transit Connect | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
