1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 3000 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
