2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mondeo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
