1980 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1980 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1980 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 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph Spitfire. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1980 Triumph Spitfire has manual transmission. 1980 Triumph Spitfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Triumph | Hyundai |
| Model | Spitfire | Equus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 77 L |
