2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Econovan | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
