1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1980 Ford Fairlane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 234 kg more than 1967 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, 1980 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fairlane | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
