2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 769 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Five Hundred | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
