1965 Triumph 2000 vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1968 Triumph 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph 2000 | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
