1968 Triumph Vitesse vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Vitesse | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vitesse | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
