2003 Kia Opirus vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 35 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 900 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Opirus | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Opirus | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
