1966 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 279 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph Vitesse | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Triumph | Holden |
| Model | Vitesse | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
