2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Galant | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
