1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 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, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
