1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 20 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 830 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | DeVille | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2110 mm |
