1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1717 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Spitfire | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2946 mm |
