1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 37 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1519 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
