2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 307 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
