1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 845 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Triumph | Subaru |
Model | Spitfire | Forester |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |