2000 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 975 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Bandeirante | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
