1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 35 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 795 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Triumph | Acura |
| Model | Spitfire | TL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
