1985 Ford Meteor vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Meteor | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
