1983 Toyota Crown vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 17 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 640 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Crown | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Crown | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |
