1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1965 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Abarth | Triumph |
Model | 1000 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3760 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |