1963 Triumph 2000 vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1972 Triumph 1500 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. 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 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph 2000 | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
