1977 Ford Granada vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
