1999 Acura NSX vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 677 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Acura | Triumph |
Model | NSX | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 99 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 787 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |