1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1975 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1975 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,852 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 165 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, 1975 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1975 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1852 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
