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Triumph Vitesse
General information | |
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| Model | Triumph Vitesse |
| Year | 1962 |
| Rating | 54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 5 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Max power | 71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 668.0 x 76.0 mm (26.3 x 3.0 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 140.0 km/h (87.0 mph) |
| 0-50 miles | 12.2 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0789 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Sedan/saloon |
| Max no. of doors | 4 |
| Passenger space | 3520 litres (930 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 10 m (409.4 inches) |
| Front brakes | Disks |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 906 kg (1,997.4 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3890 mm (153.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 1530 mm (60.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1330 mm (52.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm (6.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2330 mm (91.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 29.0 litres (7.66 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | UK |
