1966 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1966 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph Vitesse | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Vitesse | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |
