1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 10 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 610 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Alfa 6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
