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Spitfire IV (United Kingdom, 1972)

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History and Development

In 1970, a wholly new Triumph Spitfire was put on sale – the forth series model. The Mk4 cars were particularly re-styled, both in the front and the rear ends. However, their engine power was actually reduced, especially to meet the restrict emissions regulation in the United States. Until 1974, 70.021 units of the Spitfire Mk4 were produced.



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Engine and Transmission

The 4th series Spitfire is powered by a 1.3-liter (1296 cc) front engine and goes up to 93 mi/h (150 km/h), achieving 60 mi/h (97 km/h) in 15.9 seconds.   The car is based on rear-wheel drive system and assisted by a 4-speed manual transmission with optional overdrive.



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Chassis

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  Suspension Front independent coil springs and rear independent transverse leaf spring.   Steering Rack-and-pinion steering.   Brakes Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.



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Body and Design

The 2-seat sports convertible Spitfire Mk4 was given a more “familiar” look than its predecessors. The car’s designer, Giovanni Michelotti, provided a more mature and somehow aggressive styling for this Spitfire model, thanks to a cut-off squarer rear end and a refreshed front. Michelotti also improved the design of the car’s optional steel hardtop.



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In 1962, Triumph launched a small 2-seat sports car named Triumph Spitfire. This model was produced for the next nearly two decades, spawning 5 generations. From 1962 to 1981, an estimated 314.332 Spitfires were produced.   The Triumph Spitfire was only launched and began being produced once Leyland Motors took over Triumph, providing the necessary financial means to build it. The Spitfire model cars were produced at Triumph’s facility in Canley, Co...  more

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