1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 525 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Spider | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
