2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 32 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, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 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, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC ForTwo | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | ForTwo | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 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 |
