1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
Model | Coupe | GT6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |