1999 GMC Safari vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire

To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1999 GMC Safari 1973 Triumph Spitfire
Make GMC Triumph
Model Safari Spitfire
Year Released 1999 1973
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4291 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2110 mm


 

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