1974 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 818 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Spitfire | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Spitfire | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
