1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 8 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 553 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
Model | Starfire | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |