1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 670 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Spitfire | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
