1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1258 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 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Routan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3078 mm |
