1986 Opel Rekord vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 335 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 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Rekord | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
