1966 Maserati Mexico vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1966 Maserati Mexico is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 745 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Mexico | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Maserati | Triumph |
Model | Mexico | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |