1969 Ford Capri vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 175 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Capri | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 39 L |
