1986 Toyota Supra vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Toyota Supra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 777 kg more than 1974 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 Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Supra | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Supra | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2110 mm |
