1975 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 734 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1975 Triumph Spitfire has manual transmission. 1975 Triumph Spitfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spitfire | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 98 L |
