2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 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, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 206 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 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 | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
