1975 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1989 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Triumph Spitfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Triumph Spitfire | 1989 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | Spitfire | Nova |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
