2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3. 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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Econovan | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2240 mm |
