1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 18 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 280 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Spitfire | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
