1965 Saab MC vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Saab MC weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Saab | Triumph |
| Model | MC | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
