1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 954 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Stealth | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
