1962 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina 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 14 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 2 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
