1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 72 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 12 M | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | 12 M | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
