1984 Toyota Carina vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Carina (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Carina | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Carina | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
