1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Cortina (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Cortina | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
