1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 755 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Falcon | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
