1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 559 kg more than 1979 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 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
Model | Urraco | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |