1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Vedette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
