2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 935 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1979 Triumph Spitfire has manual transmission. 1979 Triumph Spitfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Lumina | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
