1994 Toyota Starlet vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 21 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 48 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Starlet | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Starlet | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
