1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 11 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 520 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Kingswood | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
