1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 37 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 306 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Triumph | Kia |
| Model | Spitfire | Rio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2499 mm |
