1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph TR6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 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 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
