1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1164 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 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Triumph | Subaru |
Model | Spitfire | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |