1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Triumph | Hyundai |
| Model | Spitfire | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |
