2003 Ford Focus vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
