2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Triumph Spitfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Triumph Spitfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Laputa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Triumph Spitfire (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Laputa | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 33 L |
