1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 942 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MPV | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2110 mm |
