1978 Renault 4 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
