1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Vega | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 29 L |
