1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash 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 (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 250 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 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Triumph | Suzuki |
| Model | Spitfire | Splash |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
