1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1500 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 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 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
