1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 20 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 296 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |
