1972 Mini MK III vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1972 Mini MK III is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mini MK III, 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, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini MK III | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mini | Triumph |
| Model | MK III | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
