1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
