1968 Triumph 2000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 43 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1662 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2000 | A |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
