1983 Triumph Acclaim vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1983 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 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 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Triumph Acclaim | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Triumph | Triumph |
| Model | Acclaim | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2110 mm |
