2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1969 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1969 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Spark | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
