1967 Triumph GT6 vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1968 Vauxhall Viva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Vauxhall Viva weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph GT6 | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | GT6 | Viva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
