2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | MCC | Triumph |
| Model | ForTwo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2110 mm |
