2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Eclipse | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 44 L |
