1988 Renault 19 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 19 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1236 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |
