1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 598 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Triumph | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT6 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
