1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 175 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, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
Model | Spitfire | Parati |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |