1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 505 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
