1961 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1983 Toyota Soarer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1961 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Triumph Vitesse | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Vitesse | Soarer |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |