1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 24 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 470 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Triumph | Venturi |
| Model | Spitfire | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
