1967 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 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. Both 1967 Triumph Vitesse and 2004 Volkswagen Bora are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 315 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitesse | Bora |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 45 L |
