1981 Toyota Celica vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph TR6 (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Celica | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2250 mm |
