2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 710 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Camaro | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |