1966 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 35 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 295 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph Vitesse | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Vitesse | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
