1996 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 360 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Audi | Triumph |
| Model | A3 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
