1983 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1983 Dodge Omni is newer by 12 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Omni weights approximately 200 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, 1983 Dodge Omni (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Omni | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Omni | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
