1986 Opel Omega vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 335 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, 1986 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Omega | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
