1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Prefect | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
