2001 Ford Ka vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 38 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, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ka | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
