1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 752 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Sportage | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
