1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 42 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 435 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Triumph | Kia |
| Model | Spitfire | RIO |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
