1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Commodore | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
