1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 278 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, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 29 L |
