1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 555 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Urraco | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
