2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 30 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 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 575 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | RX-8 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |
