2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 37 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1361 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Envoy | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |
