1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fiesta | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
