1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1362 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Spitfire | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3020 mm |
