1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 20 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 220 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | ZX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
