2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 685 kg more than 1978 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 (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | C | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 33 L |