1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 780 kg more than 1962 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Triumph Vitesse | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Vitesse | Microbus |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |