1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 197 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
