1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
