2004 MG ZS vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | ZS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
