1983 Toyota Model F vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1983 Toyota Model F is newer by 17 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 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 364 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 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Model F | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Model F | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
