2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
