1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Sonata | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
