1971 Toyota Century vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Toyota Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Century | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Century | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
