1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 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, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Spider | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
