1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 700 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
