1999 Opel Astra vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 31 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 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Astra | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
