2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1973 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | B2300 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2110 mm |
