1979 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 385 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Triumph Spitfire | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Spitfire | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 57 L |
