1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Venture | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |