1988 Mazda 626 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1988 Mazda 626 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 626 (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 626 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | 626 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
