1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 22 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 11 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 114 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1966 Triumph Vitesse is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Tipo | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
