1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 246 and 1973 Triumph Spitfire were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 246 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
