1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1965 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 135 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 37 L |
