1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 1 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Excel | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
