1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 275 kg more than 1964 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | GT | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
