1968 Triumph GT6 vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | GT6 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 29 L |
