1973 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Spitfire | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3967 mm |
