1961 Ford Popular vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Popular | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Popular | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 29 L |
