1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 245 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 850 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
