1977 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 35 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1663 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Spitfire | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 72 L |
