1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aerostar is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aerostar (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 700 kg more than 1977 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Aerostar | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
