2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | B2300 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
