1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 245 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Scorpio | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
