2000 Opel Signum vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 32 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, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 620 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Signum | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
