2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Sierra | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
