1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lotus Eclat (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lotus Eclat | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Eclat | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
