1973 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 780 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph GT6 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT6 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2120 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
