1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 164 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
