1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 Triumph Spitfire were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Autobianchi Primula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Autobianchi Primula weights approximately 129 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1964 Triumph Spitfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Autobianchi Primula (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Autobianchi Primula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Primula | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
