1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 700 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 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Triumph | Toyota |
| Model | Spitfire | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2600 mm |
