1981 Porsche 930 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 is newer by 8 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 520 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 930 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Porsche | Triumph |
Model | 930 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |