1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1970 Triumph TR6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Mustang weights approximately 94 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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, 1970 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Mustang | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
