1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 99 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | DKW | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
