1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1972 Triumph 1500

To start off, 1972 Triumph 1500 is newer by 7 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 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.

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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Triumph Vitesse 1972 Triumph 1500
Make Triumph Triumph
Model Vitesse 1500
Year Released 1965 1972
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1493 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 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 965 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 63 L


 

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