1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 17 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 246 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Tempra | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
