1994 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota RAV4 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | RAV4 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |