1972 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 585 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
