1954 Ford Popular vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1963 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 145 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Popular | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2270 mm |