2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 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 LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | LR3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
