1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Daytona | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |
