1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1965 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph Vitesse | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Vitesse | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |
