1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Taunus | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Taunus | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |