1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 599 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 271 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Viper | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
