1971 Triumph 1500 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Triumph 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph 1500 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | 1500 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
