2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Tribute | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
