1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 1400 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
