1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 650 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Triumph Spitfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Magnus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Spitfire | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Triumph | Daewoo |
| Model | Spitfire | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
