1980 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 115 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Escort | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |