1961 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 52 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1187 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Triumph Vitesse | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Triumph | Infiniti |
| Model | Vitesse | FX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2885 mm |
