1992 Lada Samara vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1992 Lada Samara is newer by 26 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 27 more horse power than 1992 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Lada Samara. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Samara | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | Samara | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
