2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 42 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1982 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.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Ranger | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
