1980 Toyota Carina vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Carina | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Carina | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
