1976 Triumph TR7 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Triumph TR7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Triumph TR7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Triumph TR7 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Triumph | Kia |
| Model | TR7 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
