1974 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 794 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Triumph | Ford |
Model | Spitfire | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2911 mm |