1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 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. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 505 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 505 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
