1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 929 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
