1998 Rover 75 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 645 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 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Rover | Triumph |
| Model | 75 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |
