1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 724 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Avanti | Triumph |
| Model | Avanti | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |
