1997 Renault Spider vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 30 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. Both 1997 Renault Spider and 1967 Triumph 2000 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Spider | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Spider | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
