1970 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1979 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 9 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Spitfire | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
