1973 Triumph 2000 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 328 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 2000 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
