1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 687 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | AMC | Triumph |
| Model | Javelin | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
