2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1971 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Triumph GT6. (107 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph GT6.
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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph GT6. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1971 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Exige | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
