2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | MR2 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
