1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
