2003 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 30 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, 1973 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2003 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, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ka | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
