1979 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Triumph Spitfire | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Spitfire | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 63 L |
