1970 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 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, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2110 mm |
