1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1916 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1010 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2919 mm |
