2006 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
