2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
