1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 815 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Fairlane | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 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 |
