1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | Coupe | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
