2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Five Hundred | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
