1963 Triumph 2000 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph 2000 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.8 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
