1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
