1964 Triumph Vitesse vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 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, 1964 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph Vitesse | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Vitesse | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
