1970 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2010 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spitfire | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 4250 mm |
