1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Triumph | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT6 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
