1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 29 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Applause | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
