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. Both 1963 Triumph 2000 and 1979 Triumph TR7 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph TR7 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
