2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 40 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1090 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Hilux | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
