1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Triumph | Toyota |
Model | Spitfire | Avensis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |