1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 651 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 742 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Lotec | Triumph |
| Model | Testa de Oro | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1991 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 865 kg |
