1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 617 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Triumph Vitesse | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Triumph | Subaru |
Model | Vitesse | Forester |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |