2003 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Focus | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
