1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 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, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
