1979 Audi 100 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 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, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
