1962 Rover P5 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Rover P5 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | P5 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
