1965 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 160 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Triumph Vitesse | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | Vitesse | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |
