2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 27 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 680 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Zafira | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
