1969 Triumph 2000 vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph 2000 | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
