1966 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 175 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1966 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 1966 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1966 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Triumph Spitfire | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Spitfire | Gol |
Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2480 mm |