2000 GMC Safari vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1250 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | GMC | Triumph |
Model | Safari | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |