1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 519 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
