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Triumph Vitesse

General information

ModelTriumph Vitesse
Year1968
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1594 ccm (97.27 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1594 ccm (97.27 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke668.0 x 76.0 mm (26.3 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0807 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3440 litres (909 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight880 kg (1,940.1 pounds)
Overall length3890 mm (153.1 inches)
Overall width1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity53.0 litres (14.00 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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