1984 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
