1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Triumph | Fiat |
| Model | Spitfire | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2310 mm |
