1970 Triumph GT6 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph GT6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. Both 1970 Triumph GT6 and 1968 Triumph 2000 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph GT6 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | GT6 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
