2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-150 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
