1977 Toyota Celica vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 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 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Celica | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
