1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 450 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Spitfire | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
