1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Triumph Spitfire 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make Triumph Toyota
Model Spitfire Tundra
Year Released 1972 2000
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 3270 mm


 

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