1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 277 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Fairlane | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Fairlane | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |