1948 Triumph Roadster vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Triumph Roadster | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Roadster | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
