1997 Plymouth Neon vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 249 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Neon | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
| Model | Neon | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
