1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1000 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
