1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Galant | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
