1972 Audi Variant vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1973 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | Variant | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
