2006 Lexus IS vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 640 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, 2006 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | IS | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
