1966 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 47 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1966 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Spitfire | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |
