2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 38 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Terios | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
