1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1010 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Spitfire | Highlander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2789 mm |