1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 633 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Camaro | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |