1976 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
