1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Salsa is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Salsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Salsa | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
