1968 Triumph 1300 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 1300 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2788 mm |
