1983 Opel Monza vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 15 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 446 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Monza | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Monza | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |