1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
