1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 694 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Triumph | Citroen |
| Model | Spitfire | C5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
