1956 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
