When the Vitour P1 hit the market, we knew we were diving into the deep end of grassroots competition: the 200tw class. Since then, racers across the country have been putting them to the test—at autocross events, Time Attack, and HPDEs. So how does the P1 really compare to heavy-hitters like the A052, RE71RS, CR-S, RT660—and even Hoosier’s latest?
Let’s break it down based on real-world feedback from drivers who’ve pushed these tires to the limit.
Heat Matters—But So Does Grip
Let’s get one thing out of the way: the P1s need a bit of heat to turn on. Compared to tires like the A052 or RE71RS, which tend to come on very quickly (and as a result may overheat quickly), the P1 shines once it’s warm. On lightweight cars or cooler mornings, it might take a lap to get them turned on. But once they’re there? The grip is on another level.
“When the P1 is properly turned on, it’s faster. It also offers significantly better tread life and heat tolerance... In heavier or high-power cars that generate a lot of energy, the P1 is at a significant advantage.”
For mid-weight and heavier cars—especially on concrete or warmer asphalt—the P1 activates quickly and delivers lap after lap. Front-wheel-drive drivers have also praised its braking grip, sharp turn-in, and mid-corner stability, saying it matches or outperforms the competition.
Tire Feel: Right in the Sweet Spot
Drivers say the P1 lands right between the sharp, high-feedback feel of Bridgestones and the softer, slower-reacting Yokohamas. For many, it hits the balance they’ve been searching for.
“Great outright grip, direct feel at turn-in and in transitions. It’s fast to the cords and pretty consistent lap after lap.”
Compared to the CR-S, drivers are seeing more consistency, better wear, and a quicker warm-up window. Against the Hoosier TAP, the P1 offers similar pace but lasts longer due to more tread depth—delivering more sessions and more predictable performance over time.
Tread Life: A Clear Advantage
Across nearly every comparison, one thing keeps coming up: the P1 lasts. Whether it's autocross, Time Attack, or HPDE events, drivers are seeing extended tread life with consistent performance throughout.
On EVs and heavier builds that usually chew through A052s in a weekend, the P1 is holding up much better—while delivering comparable, if not better, lap times once up to temp.
Autocross Tested. Track Proven.
Since becoming legal, the P1 has taken top PAX at multiple national-level events—and it’s increasingly common to see them near the top of the results sheets. But it’s not just about wins. It’s about confidence.
“My 5th run...was my fastest run of the day and was good enough to jump me to the #1 spot in XA.”
Autocrossers consistently report that after a proper scrub and a bit of heat, the P1s aren’t just competitive—they’re winning. And for time trial drivers, the consistency and resistance to heat soak give the P1 a leg up during longer sessions or multiple hot laps.
When it counts, the P1 keeps showing up.
Final Thoughts
The P1 isn’t just a contender—it’s carving out a place at the front of the grid. With proven pace, lasting grip, and sizes to fit everything from Miatas to monsters, the P1 is making its presence known.
The only question left—are you on them yet?