1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 33 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 696 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
