1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 48 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1138 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.
Because 1962 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1962 Triumph Vitesse has manual transmission. 1962 Triumph Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Vitesse | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Triumph | Chrysler |
| Model | Vitesse | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
