2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1385 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2110 mm |
