1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (139 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 721 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Spitfire | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
