1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | 500 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2110 mm |