2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1966 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Vitesse. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1966 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
Model | Defender | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 39 L |