1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 694 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Triumph Vitesse | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Triumph | Ford |
Model | Vitesse | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 58 L |