1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Triumph | Avanti |
| Model | Vitesse | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
