1985 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 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, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
