2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 35 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 270 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Palio | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
