1965 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Triumph | Kia |
Model | Spitfire | Sportage |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3760 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |