1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 20 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aerostar | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Aerostar | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
