2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 281 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
