2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1214 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
