1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT6 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
