1969 Morris Minor vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Minor weights approximately 13 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (99 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 1979 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Morris | Triumph |
| Model | Minor | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2110 mm |
