1990 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 24 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
