1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1856 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Spitfire | Tundra |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |