2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 962 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Sportage | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
