1968 Triumph 2000 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 42 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2000 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
