1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 942 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Caprice | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
