1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
