1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 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 (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 285 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Triumph | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spitfire | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
