1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1972 Triumph 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 66 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Corsair | 1500 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |