1974 Rover 2000 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Rover 2000 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 2000 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1976 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2250 mm |
