2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Hilux | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2110 mm |
