1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1965 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph Spitfire (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Spitfire. (94 Nm @ 3760 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 1965 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Sprinter | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1147 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3760 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2140 mm |
