1971 Mazda 818 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Mazda 818 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 818 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 818 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
