1991 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1972 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, 1991 Audi 100 (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | 100 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
