2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Exige | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 63 L |
