Ford Consul Mk II

Ford Consul 375 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.

Ford Consul 375 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.

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Ford Consul 375 at the 15th BMC/BL Rally 2008, Nene Park, Peterborough.
A 1960 Ford Consul Delux, rear view
A 1960 Ford Consul Delux

Ford Consul Mk II - key facts

  • First introduced in 1956, the Ford Consul Mk II ended production in 1962.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 59 bhp.
  • The Ford Consul Mk II accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 23.2 seconds.
  • The maximum speed of the Ford Consul Mk II was 80 mph.
Ford Consul Mk II Specifications
From 1956
Until 1962
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length14ft 3in4m
Width5ft 8in1.75m
Kerb Weight2520lb/1.125ton1143kg
Engine
Engine displacement1703cc104cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output59bhp @ 4400rpm58PS @ 4400rpm
Specific Output35bhp/litre0.57bhp/cu in
Torque Output91lbft @ 2300rpm123Nm @ 2300rpm
Specific Torque72Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemSingle Carburettor
Carburettor makeZenith
Performance
Power to weight52bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph14.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph23.2 seconds
Standing Qtr mile23 seconds
Top speed80mph129km/h
Fuel consumption22.1mpg9km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type3 speed Manual
Number of gears3
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