1992 Rover 100 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
