2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1601 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
