1987 Peugeot 309 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 309. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 309. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 309 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 309 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
