2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 485 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
