2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1966 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 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | F-150 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 29 L |
