1977 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Triumph | Opel |
Model | Spitfire | Antara |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 65 L |