1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Vega | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |
