2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Colorado | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
