2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1120 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Colorado | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
