1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 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 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Austin | Triumph |
Model | 3-Litre | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2110 mm |