1971 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 42 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 970 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Triumph Spitfire | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Triumph | Infiniti |
| Model | Spitfire | M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2900 mm |
