1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1621 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spitfire | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3429 mm |
