1980 Ford Granada vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1980 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Granada | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Granada | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |