1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 312 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zodiac | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |