2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
