1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
