1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Lancer | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
