1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 7 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 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 174 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | RX-4 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |