2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 931 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Triumph Spitfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Venture | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 33 L |
