1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 40 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1136 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Triumph | Cadillac |
| Model | Spitfire | SRX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2807 mm |
