1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 690 kg more than 1964 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
