1978 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1860 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Triumph | Ford |
Model | Spitfire | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 127 L |