1989 Lada Samara vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1989 Lada Samara is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada Samara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Because 1965 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lada Samara, 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lada Samara | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Lada | Triumph |
Model | Samara | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |