1975 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 20 kg more than 1953 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1953 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |
