1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 32 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 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 420 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Triumph | TVR |
| Model | Spitfire | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
