1964 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1971 Triumph 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1971 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Spitfire | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
