1969 Triumph 2000 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Triumph 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Triumph 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph 2000 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2000 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
