1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1047 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 596 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Triumph | Zenvo |
| Model | Spitfire | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3055 mm |
