1971 Triumph TR6 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Triumph TR6 | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | TR6 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |