1996 Lotus Elan vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotus Elan | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Elan | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
