1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 24 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 235 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, 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
