1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 893 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.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Vitesse | Sharan |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |