1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse

To start off, 1964 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Triumph Spitfire 1963 Triumph Vitesse
Make Triumph Triumph
Model Spitfire Vitesse
Year Released 1964 1963
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1147 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.3 mm 66.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 705 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 53 L


 

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