2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | ForTwo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2700 mm |
