1969 Opel GT vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT 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 (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
