2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Discovery | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |
