1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Punto | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Fiat | Triumph |
Model | Punto | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |