1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire

To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 955 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 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 1966 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler Town & Country 1966 Triumph Spitfire
Make Chrysler Triumph
Model Town & Country Spitfire
Year Released 1992 1966
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1147 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 164 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 263 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2140 mm


 

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