1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. Both 1978 Triumph TR7 and 1967 Triumph 2000 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR7 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
