1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Triumph 2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
