1978 Triumph TR7 vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
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, 1971 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR7 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
