1955 Triumph TR3 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1969 Triumph 2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR3 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3.
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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Triumph TR3 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR3 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |
