1999 Opel Signum vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Triumph Vitesse. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum, 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, 1999 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Signum | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Signum | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
