1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1952 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Indigo | TR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2250 mm |