1968 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 581 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Volkswagen Polo (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Spitfire | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
