2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (94 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Stilo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
