1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Galant | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
