2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Exige | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
