2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 32 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 831 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lotec | Triumph |
| Model | C 1000 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1200 mm |
