2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Envoy | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
