1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 142 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Triumph | ZAZ |
Model | Vitesse | 966 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |