2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1966 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 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
