1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Triumph | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
