1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 40 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 515 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Triumph | Suzuki |
| Model | Spitfire | Equator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3200 mm |
