1986 Toyota Carina vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 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 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Toyota | Triumph |
Model | Carina | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 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 |