1974 Triumph Dolomite vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1974 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 68 kg more than 1968 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, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Dolomite | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Dolomite | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1854 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
