2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 420 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 156 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
