1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 23 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Duna | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
