1961 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 975 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Vitesse | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Triumph | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vitesse | Raider |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 83 L |
