2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Silverado | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2140 mm |
