UK vs United Kingdom — 1954 vs 1973
| TR2 Long Door | Dolomite Sprint Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 90 hp | 127 hp |
| Torque | 116 lb-ft | 123 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,991 cc | 1,998 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 11.9 sec | 8.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 105 mph | 115 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 18.3 sec | 16.2 sec |
| Weight | 1,896 lbs | 2,200 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm | 2,362 mm |
| Length | 3,835 mm | 4,216 mm |
| Units Produced | 8,636 | 22,941 |
| Original MSRP | $2,499 | $4,200 |
| Value (Excellent) | $85,000 | $35,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door brings lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1973 Triumph Dolomite Sprint Standard answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Triumph has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1954 Triumph TR2 Long Door with the 1973 Triumph Dolomite Sprint Standard highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1973 Triumph Dolomite Sprint Standard holds a clear advantage in raw power with 127 hp compared to 90 hp, a 37-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Triumph TR2 uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 1,991 cc, while the Triumph Dolomite Sprint relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16V with 1,998 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1973 Triumph Dolomite Sprint Standard edges ahead at 8.4 seconds versus 11.9 seconds. The Triumph TR2 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 304 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.