1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2110 mm |
