1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 261 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.
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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | 1609 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
