1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 914 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
