1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 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), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 292 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Triumph | Fiat |
Model | Spitfire | 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2301 mm |