1964 Toyota Crown vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1968 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Crown | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
