1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 1248 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, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Spitfire | Flex |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2995 mm |
