1990 Renault Alpine vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 350 kg more than 1969 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Alpine | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
