1979 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
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1979 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Triumph | Audi |
Model | Spitfire | S4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 64 L |