2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 40 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Accent | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
