1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 18 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 970 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
Model | Q45 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |