1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 505 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
