1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 33 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 816 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Triumph | Saab |
| Model | Spitfire | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
