1981 Triumph TR7 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1981 Triumph TR7 and 1968 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Triumph TR7 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | TR7 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
