2005 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 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 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A3 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
