1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 115 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 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
