1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Triumph Vitesse | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Vitesse | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |