2005 Toyota Windom vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire

To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Windom weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 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 Toyota Windom (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Windom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Windom 1973 Triumph Spitfire
Make Toyota Triumph
Model Windom Spitfire
Year Released 2005 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 73.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 76 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2110 mm


 

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