1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Subaru Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1968 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 1968 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1968 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | Vitesse | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1593 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 | 880 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
