1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 56 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | Spitfire | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2400 mm |
