1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1992 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
