1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1966 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 485 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | Ponton | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |