1963 Triumph 2000 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph TR7 is newer by 16 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 39 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph 2000 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2170 mm |
