2001 Acura EL vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 10 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | EL | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
