2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 6 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
