1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Blazer | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
