1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 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, both vehicles can yield 94 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Cabriolet | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
