1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Corolla | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
