1978 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1978 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Chrysler |
| Model | Spitfire | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 68 L |
