1974 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Spitfire | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spitfire | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
