1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 446 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 Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
