1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Triumph TR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Triumph TR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Festiva | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2250 mm |
