1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1980 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1980 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 750 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 33 L |
