1957 Allard GT 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 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Allard GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Allard | Triumph |
| Model | GT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
