2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
