1965 Triumph 2000 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph 2000 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Triumph | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2000 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
