1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 1966 Triumph Vitesse (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Commodore | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
