1968 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 43 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Triumph | Peugeot |
| Model | Spitfire | 207 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
