1963 Triumph 2000 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph 2000 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
