1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 805 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Triumph | Ford |
Model | Spitfire | Falcon |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |