1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 687 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph Vitesse | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitesse | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
