1977 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Triumph Spitfire | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | Spitfire | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 100 L |
