1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 323 kg more than 1967 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Sierra | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |