1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corsa | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
