1968 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 45 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 755 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Spitfire. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
