2000 Proton Perdana vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Proton | Triumph |
| Model | Perdana | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
