1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 280 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 2200 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
