1962 Toyota Crown vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Toyota Crown | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Crown | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
