1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 815 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2110 mm |
