1984 Toyota Starlet vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 11 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Starlet | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Starlet | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |