1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 770 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Spitfire | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2788 mm |
