2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Avensis | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 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 | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
