1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 650 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Triumph | Renault |
Model | Spitfire | Laguna |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |