1998 Renault Spider vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Spider weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Spider | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Spider | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
