1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1600 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
