1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zephyr | 1500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |