1990 Ford Orion vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Orion | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
