1990 Toyota Century vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Toyota Century is newer by 25 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Century weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Century | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Century | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
