1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GTV | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
