2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 1961 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Equator | 1961 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Suzuki | Triumph |
Model | Equator | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |