1989 Peugeot 205 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 90 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 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 205 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
