2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Express | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2110 mm |
