2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 407 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
