1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1966 Triumph 2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 6 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
