1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Austin 1800 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 1800 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 44 L |
