1971 Porsche 914 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Porsche 914 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 914 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
