2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Korando | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
