2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 296 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
