1975 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
