1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 12 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 3 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru DL weights approximately 58 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1967 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | Vitesse | DL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
