2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1968 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 34 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 415 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.
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, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1968 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Econovan | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
