1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Jeep | Triumph |
Model | Station Wagon | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |