1979 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 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, 1974 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Triumph Spitfire | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
