1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2008 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 515 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, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2008 Audi TT | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | Spitfire | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
