1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 1 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Corsa | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Corsa | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1493 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |