2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | SsangYong | Triumph |
| Model | Korando | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
