1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Vectra | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
