1970 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1977 Triumph TR7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Triumph TR7 (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 235 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Spitfire | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2170 mm |
