1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Alero | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
