1969 Ford Zephyr 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 Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
