1963 Singer Vogue II vs. 1976 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1976 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Singer Vogue II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Dolomite (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Singer Vogue II weights approximately 157 kg more than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
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, 1963 Singer Vogue II (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Dolomite. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Singer Vogue II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Singer Vogue II | 1976 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Singer | Triumph |
| Model | Vogue II | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
