1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1967 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
