1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 855 kg more than 1965 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
