1981 Audi 80 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 15 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 330 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 80 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
