1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1650 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
