1974 Porsche 914 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 914 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 914 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
