1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 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 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
Model | Valiant | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |