1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 268 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Triumph | Honda |
| Model | Spitfire | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
