2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 554 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Expedition | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 37 L |
