1965 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Triumph Spitfire | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Triumph | Triumph |
Model | Spitfire | GT6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3760 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |