1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 56 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 1600 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2110 mm |
