1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, both 1966 Ford Zephyr and 1966 Triumph Vitesse were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zephyr | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
