1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Dodge Conquest is newer by 14 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 500 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Conquest | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
