1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1971 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Triumph | Kia |
| Model | Spitfire | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
