1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 550 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Spitfire | Tundra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3710 mm |