1974 Triumph 2000 vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph 2000 | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Triumph | Peugeot |
| Model | 2000 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
