2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 555 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 407 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
