1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
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 GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 80 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 GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 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 GT6 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
