1970 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Spitfire | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
