1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 445 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 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Avensis | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
