1986 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Crown Victoria | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2110 mm |
