2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 37 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, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 206 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
