2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 42 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 198 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, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Accent | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
