1974 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Triumph | Fiat |
| Model | Spitfire | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
