1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
