2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1967 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | E-350 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
