2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Sportage | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
