1980 Audi UR vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | UR | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
