1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1090 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | Seville | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |