2004 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 774 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 865 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotec C 1000 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Lotec | Triumph |
| Model | C 1000 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 844 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
