1979 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1979 Triumph Spitfire 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 1979 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander, 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Triumph | Land Rover |
Model | Spitfire | Freelander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 400 Nm |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |