1989 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 16 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 540 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
