1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 816 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | LeSabre | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |