1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 310 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6.
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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Scorpio | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
