2004 Rover 75 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 415 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
