1974 Renault 12 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 1 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 12 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
