2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 36 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 770 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 159 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
