1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 12 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. Both 1978 Triumph TR7 and 1966 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 185 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR7 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 158 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 | 1045 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
