2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 29 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 551 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | B2300 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 33 L |
