2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
