1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 28 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Saxo | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
