1963 Matra-Simca D Jet vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, both 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet and 1963 Triumph Vitesse were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet (102 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Matra-Simca D Jet | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Triumph |
| Model | D Jet | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1255 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
