2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 695 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
Model | Discovery | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |