1967 Triumph GT6 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 260 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph GT6 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | GT6 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
