1968 Triumph 2000 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Triumph 2000 2005 Vauxhall Zafira
Make Triumph Vauxhall
Model 2000 Zafira
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2700 mm


 

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