1969 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
