1962 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 50 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 949 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Triumph Vitesse | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Triumph | Opel |
| Model | Vitesse | Antara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 65 L |
