1966 Ford Cortina vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1966 Ford Cortina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Cortina weights approximately 15 kg more than 1961 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, 1966 Ford Cortina (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Cortina | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 29 L |
