1982 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 170 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, 1982 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
