1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GTA | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
