2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | C | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 33 L |
