1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1961 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 29 L |
