1967 Morris 1800 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 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris 1800 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | 1800 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
