1992 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 147 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Skoda Rapid R | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Rapid R | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
