1951 Talbot Baby vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Talbot Baby weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Talbot Baby | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Talbot | Triumph |
| Model | Baby | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2250 mm |
