1971 Triumph 1500 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Triumph 1500 is newer by 2 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 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph 1500 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
