2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1735 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Range Rover | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
